The Global Polio Eradication Initiative of the World Health Organization is currently accepting applications from students and recent graduates interested in winter internships in 2013.
The deadline for submission is 31 May 2013.
Available Internships
Programme Operations and Cluster Management (PCM) Unit:
To provide management and administrative direction, support and capacity building and ensure accountability for the use of resources in support of polio eradication for WHO (at all levels) and across the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI).
Position: Finance Intern
The Finance intern will work with members of the cluster management team to strengthen reporting, improve capacity and assist in the collection and preparation of financial data. The intern will assist in the development and enhancement of the team’s SharePoint site. In addition, the intern will work with PCM team members to develop ad hoc reports on an as needed basis.
A candidate should:
• have extensive knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel and SharePoint
• have good knowledge of iNet Soft would be an advantage
• be well-organized, thorough, and persistent, particularly in locating and compiling data
• be currently enrolled in (or have completed) an advanced degree program in business administration, public health with undergraduate degree in business administration, or a similar field.
How to apply [pdf]
For further information, please also see WHO intern website.